Best Root Cause Wellness for Busy Women Podcasts (2025)

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141. How to Quickly Stop the I’ll Start Over on January 1st Mentality (Try THIS Before You Spiral!) | HOLIDAY EATING SERIES 13:02

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Still stuck in the guilt spiral after indulging in your favorite holiday treats? What if enjoying dessert didn’t mean starting over on Monday, or vowing to “be good” in January? In episode 3 of our Holiday Eating Series, I’m sharing the real psychology behind holiday food guilt, “off-limits” indulgences, and those all-or-nothing spirals that can le…

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Are Peptides the Missing Link in Your Healing? Energy, Weight & Longevity Explained 1:00:09

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Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything right—eating clean, exercising, taking supplements—yet still not feeling your best? In this episode, Shannon reveals the next frontier of wellness: peptides—the powerful amino-acid messengers changing the game for healing, energy, and longevity. Joined by Dr. Sarah Cole and peptide specialist Anabelle…

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19. Perimenopause, HRT, and the Double Standards in Women’s Healthcare 27:37

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Have you ever been told you're in perimenopause but something about that felt off? Or maybe you’re a clinician who's had clients walk in with an “official” diagnosis, zero labs, and a whole lot of confusion. In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we unpack the growing wave of perimenopause talk—from the genuine support women deserve …

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140. How to Create a Flexible Holiday Eating Routine So You Can Enjoy the Season Without Stressing About Weight Gain | HOLIDAY EATING SERIES 14:18

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Struggling to juggle real life with holiday chaos without trashing your progress or starting over in January? What if surviving the holidays didn’t require perfection, rigid rules, or endless “all or nothing” cycles? In episode 2 of our Holiday Eating Series, I’m sharing my secrets to navigating December with less stress, zero guilt, and routines t…

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Postpartum Recovery Secrets: How to Reclaim Your Body, Mind, and Energy After Baby with Sammie Terbrack 37:40

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Are you a new mom or mom-to-be feeling overwhelmed by all the changes—physically, mentally, and emotionally—that come with pregnancy and postpartum? In this powerful episode, Shannon sits down with functional nutritionist and birth doula Sammie Terbrack to reveal what really matters for your recovery, healing, and long-term well-being after birth. …

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139. Why Starting Over in January Keeps You Stuck (Do THIS simple reset to stay consistent all season!) | HOLIDAY EATING SERIES 11:57

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Welcome to the Holiday Eating mini series! This new, 8-part series is short bite-sized coaching chats designed to help you get through the holidays with less stress, more intention and without feeling like you're starting over in January. Today, we’re kicking off with episode 1 featuring the single biggest holiday mindset shift that could completel…

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How to Bounce Back After Vacation: Simple Wellness Plan 7:45

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Ever come home from vacation feeling sluggish, bloated, or “off track”? In this quick episode, Shannon shares her simple 5-step wellness plan to help you reset your body, mind, and routine after a holiday or trip—without guilt, restriction, or burnout. You’ll learn how to ditch the all-or-nothing mindset, why the scale lies after travel, and easy w…

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138. HOT TAKE: Are Fasted or Fed Workouts Better? Here’s What Women Over 30 Really Should Do 28:26

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Are you wasting your workout by skipping breakfast or sabotaging your progress by eating before you sweat? In today’s Hot Take episode, I’m tackling one of the biggest debates in fitness right now… is it actually better to work out fasted or fueled? You’ve seen the hot takes all over—some say fasted training torches fat, others swear by eating firs…

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137. WELL LINE: Are Your YouTube Workouts Sabotaging Your Results? Do THIS Instead for Real Body Recomposition 23:29

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Is your fitness routine stuck in YouTube patchwork mode, but you’re craving real results like toned muscle, more energy, and a program that actually works? In this Well Line episode, I’m answering Kristen’s question on how to cut through the noise, choose the right strength training plan, and finally make body recomposition happen without spending …

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The Ultimate Healing Blueprint: 5 Must-Know Fixes for Tired Women with Lacey Iskra 49:04

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Are you exhausted, bloated, or stuck in a cycle of symptoms that just won’t go away—no matter what you try? In this episode, Shannon sits down with functional women’s health coach, Lacey Iskra, to reveal the real reasons why so many women feel tired, burned out, and overwhelmed on their health journey. Lacey shares her personal story, from years of…

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18. What NOT to Do in Your Wellness Business (Learn From Our Mistakes) 36:40

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Are you building your wellness business on shaky ground without even realizing it? In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we’re pulling back the curtain on all the things we’ve done wrong in business so you don’t have to. We’re talking about red-flag clients, pricing mistakes, boundary breakdowns, tech headaches, and how easy it is t…

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136. The Real Signs Peptides Might Help You Feel Like Yourself Again | Katy Whalen, Founder of Joi Wellness 28:00

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Are peptides the new fountain of youth or just another wellness fad? If you’ve been bombarded by celebrities, clinics, and biohackers hyping this “miracle” in women’s health, you’re not alone. So let’s cut through the noise together. In this week’s episode, I sit back down with Katie Whelan, cofounder of Joi Women’s Wellness, to dive deep into what…

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How To Stay Healthy and Stress-Free This Holiday Season 20:21

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The holidays don’t have to mean weight gain, stress, or burnout. In this episode, Shannon shares practical, mindset-driven strategies to help you enjoy the season without losing sight of your health. Learn how to set realistic goals, manage stress, and make smart nutrition choices—all while still savoring your favorite foods and traditions. From na…

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135. The Early Signs of Perimenopause You’re Probably Mistaking for Stress | Katy Whalen, Founder of Joi Wellness 28:53

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What if the symptoms you’re brushing off like fatigue, mood swings, and sleepless nights, aren’t just “normal stress,” but real signals your hormones are shifting? In this episode, I sit down with Katie Whalen, co-founder of Joi Women’s Wellness, to reveal what’s really happening as we move through perimenopause and menopause, and how hormone repla…

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How to Stop Binge Eating for Good: 5 Somatic Secrets to Food Freedom with Stephanie Mara Fox 43:29

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Are you tired of feeling trapped in cycles of binge or emotional eating? In this episode, Shannon sits down with somatic nutritional counselor and Somatic Eating™ creator, Stephanie Mara Fox, to uncover the real reasons behind binge eating—and how to break free for good. Stephanie shares her personal journey, plus 5 somatic secrets that help women …

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17. Coaching the Burned-Out Client: Exercise, Stress, and Capacity Conversations 36:42

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Have your clients (or even you) ever used exercise as therapy only to end up more depleted than energized? In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we’re breaking down how to help clients (and ourselves) find the right dose of exercise for their current season of life. From “go hard or go home” narratives to sneaky stressors like high-…

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134. How to Get Your Period Back After Birth Control (Naturally!) | Victoria Myers, Period Recovery Specialist 34:55

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Ever feel like you’re doing everything “right” with your health and still can’t figure out why your period’s gone MIA? Or maybe you’re confused about what’s really going on post birth control and wonder if you’ll ever feel “normal” again. In this episode, I sit back down with period recovery specialist Victoria Myers to unpack the overlooked signs …

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Break the Money Taboo: The Ultimate Guide to Financial Empowerment for Women with Hannah Kesler 38:25

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In this episode, Shannon welcomes financial educator Hannah Kesler to break down the stigma around money and help women take charge of their finances with confidence. Highlights: How to start honest money conversations and ditch the shame Why traditional financial advice often leaves women behind The basics of the Infinite Banking Concept (and how …

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133. Lost Your Period After Birth Control? Here’s Why (and What to Do Next) | Victoria Myers, Period Recovery Specialist 31:12

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Is your missing period trying to tell you something bigger? If you’ve ever come off birth control only to find your cycle has vanished or you’ve spent years wondering why your period’s irregular despite doing everything “right,” this episode is for you. I’m sitting down with period recovery specialist, Victoria Myers, to break down what’s actually …

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The Truth About Postpartum — Balancing Health, Motherhood, and Your Sanity with Madison Feinberg 28:23

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Madison Feinberg (mom of 3, including rare “momo” twins!) shares her real-life journey through postpartum burnout, anxiety, and survival mode. She gets honest about what it’s really like juggling three under three, letting go of perfection, and finding tiny moments for self-care. Highlights: Real talk on postpartum anxiety, messy houses, and mom gu…

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16. How Undereating Wrecks Hormones, Metabolism, Sleep, and Sanity 33:25

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Are your clients hitting the gym, eating “clean,” and still feeling exhausted, anxious, and bloated? We see it all the time—women who are praised for their discipline but are actually deeply undernourished. And sometimes? Clinicians miss the signs too. In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we’re talking about one of the most common …

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132. The #1 Thing No Mom Warned Me About Weaning 29:17

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No one tells you that after weaning, your hormones can crash so hard it feels like you’re drowning in your own body. One week post-breastfeeding, I hit a wall of exhaustion and sadness I never saw coming until I discovered it’s a real, biological phenomenon called post-weaning hormonal withdrawal. In this episode, I share my personal journey throug…

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The Feminine CEO: Systems, Energy, and Success Without the Hustle Hangover with Melanie Brandt 41:44

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In this episode, Shannon sits down with Melanie Brandt, CEO of Lifestyle Industries and creator of multiple 6- and 7-figure businesses, to talk about what it really takes to build a thriving online brand — without burning out or losing yourself in the process. From escaping a toxic relationship and rebuilding her life from scratch to running a glob…

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131. Fat Loss While Breastfeeding: How Gabby Lost 12lbs While Maintaining Her Milk Supply 35:26

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Can you really lose weight while breastfeeding without risking your milk supply? If you’re overwhelmed by the bounce-back pressure and terrified you’ll have to choose between your body and your baby, this episode is for you. I sit down with Gabby, a past client of our Macro Accelerator program who lost over twelve pounds and ten inches in sixteen w…

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The Hormone & Metabolism Fix You’re Overlooking (and Why More Workouts or Perfect Macros Aren’t the Answer) with Vanessa Pozos 35:40

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You’re tracking your macros, training hard, taking the supplements… yet your body still isn’t responding. You’re tired, bloated, and wondering what else you could possibly do. In this episode, Shannon Salge sits down with Vanessa Pozos, a functional hormone and metabolism expert, to reveal the real reason women stay stuck in burnout—even when they’…

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15. What Makes a Great Clinician? Red Flags, Green Flags, and Questions to Ask 37:16

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Ever left a doctor’s office feeling dismissed, confused, or worse—unseen? In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we’re pulling back the curtain on the red flags we see in both conventional and functional medicine. From providers who brush off symptoms to those who rely too heavily on expensive testing and supplement stacks, we talk t…

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130. Why Smoothies, Intermittent Fasting & Apple Cider Vinegar Might Be Throwing You Off Balance | Nidhi Pandya 31:15

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What if your “off” days aren’t about hormones, diet, or stress, but something deeper—your inner climate? In this episode, I sit down with Ayurvedic expert Nidhi Pindya to break down why cold smoothies, apple cider vinegar, or even intermittent fasting might be pushing your body further out of balance rather than healing it. We dig into a refreshing…

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Rewiring the Female Nervous System: Heal Anxiety, Overwhelm, and Hormone Imbalance with Kendall Hitch 24:59

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Why do traditional stress management tips work for men but backfire for so many women? Today, Shannon sits down with integrative health practitioner and somatic therapist Kendall Hitch to break down the real, science-backed reasons women need a different approach to nervous system health. Kendall shares her personal healing journey through autoimmu…

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129. The Truth About High-Functioning Anxiety and How To Stop Feeling Overwhelmed | Dr. Lalitaa Suglani 39:57

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Are you secretly running on anxiety, even as everyone praises your productivity, drive, and ability to “do it all”? I’m joined by an award-winning psychologist, Dr. Lalitaa Suglani, who breaks down the difference between being simply driven and silently battling high-functioning anxiety—a line so thin, most of us don’t even realize we’ve crossed it…

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Parasites, Frequency, and the Truth About What’s Really Making You Sick with Worm Queen Kim Rogers 40:45

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Could your brain fog, cravings, skin issues—or even insomnia—be caused by parasites? In this eye-opening episode, Shannon chats with Worm Queen Kim Rogers, founder of RogersHood Apothecary, to uncover the shocking truth about how parasites silently hijack your body and mind. Kim shares her personal journey from surgeries and chronic illness to buil…

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14. Do You Really Need a Weighted Vest? 15:59

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Is wearing a weighted vest actually helping or is it just another wellness trend preying on women in perimenopause? In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we’re unpacking the very hot topic of weighted vests and why they’re suddenly everywhere. We break down where this trend came from, what the research doesn’t say, and why social me…

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128. HOT TAKE: Should You Be Adding Salt or Electrolytes to Your Water? 16:10

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Is salt sabotaging your health or could it actually be the secret you’ve been missing? Everywhere you look, the wellness world is split—some say run from salt, others say dump it straight into your water bottle. So what’s really true? I’m diving into the real science behind salt, sodium, and electrolytes, debunking the myths, the facts, and the hyp…

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Metabolism, Stress, & Energy: The Hidden Key to Women’s Weight Loss with Michele Scarlet 41:28

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Shannon welcomes Michele Scarlet, functional nutritionist and women’s health expert, for a deep-dive on what really keeps women stuck with weight, low energy, and hormonal chaos. Michele shares her personal journey: from gym owner and “doing everything right” to burnout, breast implant illness, and the realization that true health runs much deeper …

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127. WELL LINE: Should I Use Cycle Syncing to Adjust My Training For Better Performance? 22:36

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Should you really be changing your workouts based on your menstrual cycle, or is “cycle syncing” just another wellness trend flooding your feed? In this Q&A episode, I’m answering Michelle’s question and diving deep into the science, myths, and influencer advice behind cycle syncing your workouts. You’ll learn what the latest evidence really says a…

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Frequency Over Fear: How Tuning Into Your True Self Changes Everything with Sam Altieri 41:33

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What if the root of healing isn’t another supplement, but the energy you bring to your life? In this episode, Shannon talks with Sam Altieri—speaker, podcast host, and founder of Voice and Visibility—about how raising your frequency can change everything. We cover: Why energy (not willpower) is the secret behind real transformation How emotional ba…

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13. Postpartum Fitness: Why the Bounce-Back Culture Misses the Point 35:53

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Are postpartum workouts empowering or just another pressure on moms to “bounce back”? In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we’re diving deep into postpartum fitness culture—and calling out the unrealistic, unhelpful, and often harmful messaging that’s flooding social media. From snapback culture to sleep deprivation, mineral deplet…

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126. Optimizing Male Fertility: What Every Partner Can Do Before Pregnancy | WeNatal Founders, Ronit & Vida 29:34

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Did you know men today produce just half the sperm their grandfathers did and that this decline could be sabotaging your conception journey? In this episode, I’m back with the founders of WeNatal, Ronit and Vida, to expose the surprising truth about male fertility, the everyday habits that might be holding both partners back, and why sperm health i…

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The Truth About Burnout, Balance, and Building a Life You Love with Million Dollar Mom Natosha Navarro 26:56

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Are you tired of hustle culture telling you it’s either family or financial freedom—but never both? In this episode, Shannon sits down with Natosha Navarro, co-founder of the Million Dollar Mom Society, to share the real roadmap for women building powerful businesses without sacrificing their health, presence, or purpose. Inside, you’ll hear: The h…

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125. 50% Less Sperm Than Your Grandfather? What Men Need to Know for Conception | WeNatal Founders, Ronit & Vida 23:08

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Did you know male fertility has plummeted 60% since the 1970s and it could be THE missing piece in your conception journey? If you’re trying to conceive, feeling stuck, or want to make sure you and your partner are truly optimizing your chances, this episode is for you. I sit down with WeNatal’s co-founders, Ronit and Vida, to unpack the breakthrou…

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Birth, Beyond, and Being Seen: Why Women Deserve Support Every Step of the Way with Elisabeth van der Wilt 27:59

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What if doulas were more than just birth companions? In this episode, holistic doula and women’s health coach Elisabeth van der Wilt shares her journey and how her work supports women not only in birth — but in fertility, postpartum, and beyond. You’ll hear stories, insights, and real-life wisdom for navigating these sacred transitions. Inside the …

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12. Should Women Cold Plunge? A Real Talk on Biohacking and Burnout 16:08

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Is cold plunging really helping your health or just pushing your already stressed system over the edge? In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we unpack the cold, hard truth about cold plunges. From hormonal differences to nervous system baselines, we dive into why women respond differently to extreme stressors and what that means fo…

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124. From Irregular Cycles to Pregnancy to Diagnosis: My PCOS Timeline (What I’d Do Differently) 26:34

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Ever wonder if your doctors are missing something crucial about your health? After four years of dead ends, confusion, and feeling dismissed, I finally discovered the truth behind my persistent symptoms—a PCOS diagnosis that changed everything. In this episode, I share the raw details of my hormone journey, including the missed red flags, overlooke…

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Why Resonance Matters: The Hidden Connection Between Science and Spirit with Elizabeth Halligan 26:28

2M ago26:28

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How do you bridge science and spirit—without losing your mind (or your credibility)? Elizabeth Halligan, founder of the Quantum Reconciliation Project, is on a mission to bridge science and spirit without losing the plot. In this episode, Elizabeth and Shannon explore what resonance actually means, why trauma is always rooted in systems, and how in…

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123. How Busy Women Can Reclaim Their Body with Flexible Macros | Celeste Thomas 35:32

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Do macros and food tracking just feel like another overwhelming item on your already jam-packed mom to-do list? You’re not alone. This episode is about to change how you think about nutrition, motherhood, and your own postpartum goals. I’m joined by holistic skincare expert and mom of two, Celeste Thomas, who shares the exact flexible blueprint she…

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Feeling drained, stuck in survival mode, or like you’ve lost yourself after 40? Holistic coach Melissa knows that healing isn’t just about diet or supplements — it’s about reconnecting with who you were designed to be. In this episode, she shares her own story of breakdown and renewal, the Peace Restoration method she now guides clients through, an…

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